COMPANY PROFILE:

CHSi supports the health and well-being of civilian and military workforce partners in austere, remote, and security challenged environments outside the continental United States. With over 40 years of experience providing a full range of medical services, CHSi medical management solutions are comprehensive, responsive, and reliable. Our unique service delivery approach, international recruiting network, and proprietary processes and systems deliver secure and compliant solutions. Through solid performances in the U.S. and its territories, and in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Africa, CHSi’s solutions are built on a foundation of field-tested best practices. The CHSi service delivery approach includes onsite health centers, a national network of highly credentialed board certified medical staff, and medical readiness teams.

LOCATION:

U.S. Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll (USAG-KA) is located in the Kwajalein Atoll, Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) approximately 2,136 nautical miles west-southwest of Honolulu, Hawaii.  Kwajalein Atoll is a crescent loop of coral islands whose attendant reef encloses an area of 1,100 square miles one of the world's largest lagoons.  The USAG-KA supports more than 1,400 residents, who are comprised of military personnel, Army civilians, contractor employees, and family members. These residents live on the islands of Kwajalein and Roi-Namur.

SCOPE:

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting in the care of animals. Under the direction of the Hospital Administrator, the Veterinary Technician will provide veterinary services which may include preventive medicine services, animal wellness exams, vaccinations, health screens, health certificates, minor surgical procedures, treatment and other authorized procedures on government owned and privately owned animals.

All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which CHSi is recognized.

**This position is notional and contingent upon contract award.**

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed a two-year American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited program
• Maintain a current license, credentials, certification, or registration in at least one state in the U.S.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience
• Possess and maintain current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Proficient in speaking, writing and reading English.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Perform and/or provide direction and support for the following services:

• Examine POAs, wild or other animals maintained on, or introduced onto military installations, and advise on control and handling
• Perform laboratory and diagnostic procedures such as routine hematological tests, urinalysis, fecal and heartworm tests
• Perform routine daily tasks, such as feeding, weighing, and taking the temperature of animals
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments.
• Maintain and inventory of supplies for clinic operations
• Perform routine dental cleanings on animals.
• Obtain radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Ensure all cats and dogs are microchipped. Manage microchip program
• Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Maintain clean examination rooms, treatment area, kennels and cages
• Provide continuing education and public information programs
• Maintain veterinary records 
• Participate and advise in Mass Casualty Exercises/Events
• All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which CHSi is recognized.
• Other duties as assigned.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the ability to be granted a Secret Clearance.
• Must have a valid US Passport.
• Performs duties in a safe manner. Follows the corporate safety policy.
• Participates in and supports safety meetings, training and goals.
• Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Comprehensive Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 1.  2-5 years in medical environment with experience coding in an ASC environment (including orthopedics, pain management, surgical (general, gynecological, ENT), radiology and emergency room. Certification required. (American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or other nationally recognized authority on hospital coding) 2.4 year degree in business or clinical area or equivalent work experience. 3.Must be able to communicate and understand the English language both verbal and written. 4.Computer literate. Experience and knowledge of Advantx and Microsoft Office product required. 5.Knowledge of medical terminology.